**Republicans**: Montana Congressman Quits Politics Due to Death Threats and Scandal: What Led to Matt Rosendale’s Abrupt Exit?
Helena, Montana – After a tumultuous Senate run, Republican congressman Matt Rosendale announced his departure from politics, citing a “death threat” and “false and defamatory rumors” about himself and his family. Rosendale, a member of the House freedom caucus, initially entered Montana’s Republican primary to challenge Democratic incumbent Jon Tester, but withdrew after facing opposition from former President Donald Trump and the National Republican Senatorial Committee, who endorsed his opponent, Tim Sheehy. Following accusations from …